Overview
Take your soccer team to the next level with a trip to Barcelona to participate in the Costa Daurada Cup. They’ll envision glory with a visit to Barcelona Olympic Stadium, home of the 1992 Summer Olympics. Competing in the home country of two of Europe’s most dominant club teams, FC Barcelona and Real Madrid, will fan their competitive flame as they battle to take home the Costa Daurada Cup. This competition tour is enriched by explorations of Barcelona, Salou, and Tarragona.
Itinerary
Day 1
Start tour
Please note: This tour requires departure from North America on June 26, 2026.
Overnight flight to Spain (Barcelona)
Day 2
Meet your Tour Director
Your 24-hour Tour Director will meet you at the airport and remain with your group until your final airport departure.
Welcome meeting and orientation
Training session led by your own coaching staff
Day 3
Camp Nou Stadium guided visit
Become a “Culé” for the day as you visit Europe’s largest stadium, home of the legendary FC Barcelona. Please note: From 2024 to 2026, the stadium is under renovation, and access during guided visits is limited.
Travel to Costa Daurada
Free time in Costa Daurada
Dinner
Day 4
Free time in Costa Daurada
Check in to Costa Daurada Cup Tournament
Dinner
Day 5
Costa Daurada Cup Opening Ceremony
We will attend the Costa Daurada Cup opening ceremonies where performances, reworks, and music will be included.
Lunch
Costa Daurada Cup Qualification Matches
Participate in your team's qualification matches.
Dinner
Day 6
Costa Daurada Cup Qualification Matches
Participate in your team's qualification matches.
Lunch
Costa Daurada Cup Playoff Round Match
Participate in your team's playoff round match.
Dinner
Day 7
Costa Daurada Cup Finals
If your team won its playoff matches the previous day, you will participate in the Cup Finals. If your team is not in the finals, you will depart the Costa Daurada and make your way to Barcelona.
Lunch
Travel to Barcelona
Free time in Barcelona
Day 8
Barcelona guided sightseeing tour
Discover Barcelona with a licensed guide as you explore its mix of Gothic charm and modernist brilliance. Visit Plaza de España, then marvel at Gaudí’s Sagrada Familia, the soaring church that defines the city’s skyline. Wander through Park Güell with its colorful mosaics and sweeping views, and journey to Montjuïc Hill, home to historic fortresses and the 1992 Olympic grounds.
Day 9
Depart for home
Already Included
Transportation to & from your destination
Hotel accommodations
Admissions to top attractions (details in itinerary)
Meals (unless otherwise noted on your itinerary)
WorldAssist staff members available 24/7/365 should your group need extra help
Free high school credit for students who choose to complete WorldStrides free online coursework post-program
Guided sightseeing tours & city walks (details in itinerary)
WorldStrides Tour Director: A dynamic destination expert who makes learning come to life by leading your group's activities and discussions
Dedicated team practice time (details in itinerary)
Tickets to local games/matches (details in itinerary)
Scenes from Barcelona
Health & Safety
Additional health and safety measures may be available within your respective destination. Refer to your program-specific materials for complete details.
Financial Assistance
Financial Assistance
WorldStrides provides over $2.5 million in financial assistance each year to thousands of families. Families with annual adjusted gross incomes of less than $85,000 may qualify. One simple call to Customer Service and you’ll know how much may be available for your trip even before signing up. Please note: financial assistance is given on a first-come, first-served basis.
Payment Plans
Advantage Payment Plan
At program sign-up you can opt to pay in full, or break up the cost of your trip with the Advantage Payment Plan. This plan allows you to pay a small initial deposit, then have your remaining payments spread out into affordable monthly amounts.
EZPay
We offer an EZPay option, which is a simple way to pay for your WorldStrides program by scheduling hassle-free, automatic drafts from your checking account. With EZPay, you'll never be late or miss an installment.
Fundraising Tools
Our easy-to-use tools put students in the driver's seat of their own fundraising efforts. Students can send e-cards, share links on social media, and even send out printed letters through WorldStrides' Gift of Education program. In one click friends and family members can make a direct donation to the trip - with 100% of the money raised going to offset their trip price. Thousands of students pay for their entire trip each year through the Gift of Education.
Also, WorldStrides makes program-specific scholarships available as well as other scholarship resources. Ask your Account Manager for more information about scholarships and fundraising tools.